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Ecotronics speaks with ToyQueen – Toy Fair 2010 NY

Tisha from International Playthings demonstrates toys from the Ecotronic Brand. Kids love toys with electronic features, but batteries contribute a ton of toxic waste into the environment so Ecotronic brand includes the lights and sounds without batteries! It uses the power of kids play to power the toys. The monkey flashlight is activated by squeezing [...]
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SpinMaster’s Glodoodle Review by Toy Queen

SpinMaster’s Glodoodle Review by Toy Queen
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Fabulous Infant Fun!

I apologize ahead of time that many of my posts over the next few weeks will most likely be infant related. When I return back to work after my maternity leave in two weeks, my mind should think in a broader perspective, but for now this cute little man is my reality! In an effort [...]
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Baby Genius Interview at Time to Play Showcase by ToyQueen

At Time To Play Magazine Holiday Toy Preview in New York City, ToyQueen Keri Wilmot interviews Larry Balaban from Baby Genius about the developmental aspects of their toys and the Circle of Education curriculum. Larry Balaban of Baby Genius has helped to develop preschool and role play toys that empower parents to be successful in [...]
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Educational Toys and games Review of Discovery Toys Patterns and Pieces set

Discovery Toys Patterns & Pieces Set A great toy for 2 & 3 year olds working on mastering the art of stringing and lacing is the Discovery Toys Patterns and Pieces Set. Different pieces are located inside a clear container, with a twist off compartment, which provides an intact organizational system safe in one location. [...]
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Lauri Toys Pegboard Review by ToyQueen Keri Wilmot

Lauri Pegboard – Click to watch in HD Using the Lauri Pegboard works on grasp and release patterns with children over the age of 18 months. These colorful pegs are placed into the foam board. The pegs stack on top of one another to work on building a tall tower, which can promote upper extremity [...]
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Hasbro’s Candy Land Castle Game Review by ToyQueen – Keri Wilmot

If you are looking for a younger spin on a well-known family game, check out the CandyLand Castle Game by Hasbro Games. The game simply involves placing multi-colored shapes within a castle and pulling a candy cane lever to remove the pieces. Children take turns removing a shape to see if they have a place [...]
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Sassy Toys Dunk & Clunk Educational & Developmental Toy Review

Sassy Dunk & Clunk For babies older than 6 months, working on basic grasp and release patterns is the Sassy Dunk and Clunk Toy. This toy works on basic grasp and release patterns. First, take the top off and release pieces right into the open container. With refinement and more precise skills, place the top [...]
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Fun with Fruit by Small World Toys Educational & Developmental Toy Review by Keri Wilmot

Fun with Fruit by Small World Toys Excellent addition to any kitchen set for birthday or holiday gift, is the Small World Toys Fun with Fruit and Peel and Play Vegetable Sets. I’ve combined two sets to make a variety of different fruits/vegetables. There are tomatoes, oranges, pineapples, apples, broccoli, and peppers. The pieces are [...]
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Working on Tummy Time

Working on tummy time with supervision can be challenging with your infant as they learn to lift their heads against that big bad force of gravity. Crying is sure to happen, which often leads to avoidance of tummy time so babies and their parents alike can remain happy. However, tummy time is such a precursor [...]
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